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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page No.
1.1 BACKGROUND 1
A. The Royal Commission in Jubail and Yanbu (RCJY) 1
B. Descriptions of the Industrial Cities (ICs) 1
1.2 SCOPE AND PURPOSE 3
A. General 3
B. Applicability 3
C. Chapter Overviews 3
1.3 DIVISION OF RESPONSIBILITIES 4
A. Project Delivery 4
B. Those Who Provide Engineering Services 4
C. Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu (RCJY) 5
D. Industrial Cities (ICs) 5
E. Those Who Prepare Designs (Designers) 5
1.4 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENT HIERARCHY 7
A. Order of Precedence 7
B. RCJY Engineering Manual 7
C. Standard Specifications 7
D. Standard Details 8
1.5 PROCEDURES 9
A. List of RCJY Management Procedures (RCJYMPs) 9
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1.1 BACKGROUND
A. The Royal Commission in Jubail and Yanbu (RCJY)
1. In 1975, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) completed its Second Development Plan for
economic diversification and industrialization. The central focus of the Plan was the
development of hydrocarbon-based and energy-intensive industries, including the production,
refining, and manufacturing of fuels, petrochemicals, steel and aluminum. Two cities were
established to implement the Kingdom’s industrialization aspirations: One in Jubail in the
Eastern Province and one in Yanbu in the Western Province.
2. The Royal Commission in Jubail and Yanbu (RCJY) was established in 1975 to develop the
infrastructure required to transform Jubail and Yanbu into planned industrial cities. Today, the
Royal Commission in Jubail & Yanbu (RCJY) continues to be responsible for planning and
implementing infrastructure plans and well-integrated public services for the development of
its industrial cities.
3. The mission of the RCJY is to, “Plan, promote, develop and manage Petrochemicals and
Energy intensive industrial cities through successful customer focus and partnerships with
Investors, employees, communities and other stakeholders.
4. More specifically, the RCJY provides the infrastructure required to support industry. This
includes roads, bridges, utilities, hospitals, housing, schools, seaports, airports, and
recreational facilities.
5. Figure 1.1.A. presents the current geographical extent of the RCJY. The RCJY jurisdiction
includes two additional cities assigned to the RCJY since its inception:
a. In 2009, the Saudi Arabian Government assigned the task of administration,
management and development of Ras Al-Khair Industrial City (RIC) to the RCJ.
b. Following the issuance of a Royal Order in 2015, Jazan City for Primary and Downstream
Industries (JCPDI) became the fourth industrial city assigned to the Royal Commission.
B. Descriptions of the Industrial Cities (ICs)
1. Jazan City for Primary and Downstream Industries (JCPDI) overlooks the coast of the Red
Sea with a coastline of 11.5 km in the southwestern end of the Kingdom. The location of the
city is strategic due to its proximity to international shipping routes on the Red Sea and the
Horn of Africa.
2. Jubail Industrial City (JIC) is now a well-established, world scale petrochemical industrial
center. It is Saudi Arabia's leading center for foreign joint venture capital and overall
investment. Its vision is to be the best choice for investors in petrochemical and energy-
intensive industries and a leading contributor to the Kingdom’s growth.
3. Ras Al-Khair Industrial City (RIC) is the leading minerals and metal related industrial city in
the region. The vision for Ras Al-Khair Industrial City is “To be the center of excellence for
metal and mineral industries by building a world class complex that employs latest
technologies and creates integrated industries that leverage key resources of the Kingdom.”
4. Yanbu Industrial City (YIC) is now a well-established, world-scale petrochemical industrial
center. Its vision is to be the best choice for investors in petrochemical and energy-intensive
industries and a leading contributor to the Kingdom’s growth.
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FIGURE 1.1.A: INDUSTRIAL CITIES OF THE ROYAL COMMISSION FOR JUBAIL AND YANBU
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1.2 SCOPE AND PURPOSE
A. General
1. The RCJY Engineering Manual (RCJYEM) identifies requirements for entities who provide
engineering services for the RCJY. These entities include Architectural/Engineering (A/E)
firms, consultants, and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Contractors. The
requirements are for the preparation of deliverables such as studies, manuals, calculations,
engineering, drawings, and specifications.
2. Notwithstanding the provisions of this Manual, the provider of these services is responsible for
the technical content of contracted deliverables and for ensuring that deliverables are fit for
the intended use and meet prescribed standards for quality and safety.
3. If the provider believes that there are conflicts among the RCJY requirements, submit
proposals for resolution to the contracted Industrial City (IC) for evaluation and approval.
Submit a justification for each proposal.
B. Applicability
1. The RCJYEM applies to RCJY A/E firms, consultants, engineers, contractors, and all others
who provide engineering services for the ICs within the RCJY jurisdiction.
C. Chapter Overviews
1. Chapter 1 - General
a. Chapter 1 describes the purpose and applicability of the RCJY Engineering Manual
(RCJYEM). This chapter also identifies regulatory documents and general requirements
for the project’s delivery of specifications and drawings.
2. Chapter 2 - Definitions and References
a. Chapter 2 contains general definitions, abbreviations and references as well as the
requirement to utilize SI units.
3. Chapter 3 - Codes and Performance Standards
a. Chapter 3 defines the Codes, regulations and Standards that apply to all of the projects
that are under the jurisdiction of the RCJY. This chapter also identifies additional design
requirements for Accessibility, Sustainability, Environmental and Safety.
4. Chapter 4 - Project Submission Standards and Requirements
a. Chapter 4 contains the submission requirements for the Design, Procurement, and
Construction Phases of every project. Chapter 4 also contains requirements for
Surveying and Geotechnical Engineering.
5. Chapter 5 - Design Guidelines
a. Chapter 5 contains the design guidelines for each design discipline; as well as the
requirements for Saudi Arabian Goods and Services, Standards of Quality, Third Party
Requirements, Security Requirements and Local Climate Conditions.
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1.3 DIVISION OF RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Project Delivery
1. The RCJY delivers projects in two phases: 1) Engineering (E), then 2) Procurement and
Construction (PC). These phases may be separate contracts or combined in one contract as
described below.
2. Separate Engineering (E) and Procurement and Construction (PC) Contracts
a. An IC issues a Task Order Release to an A/E to deliver a detailed design under an active
Technical Service (TS) Contract as described in IC-TA-ED-01-02, Task Order Release in
Technical Services (TS) Contract.
b. The A/E may also assist with the preparation of general and technical requirements for
bidders in the Request for Proposal (RFP) package to solicit bids for RC Procurement
and Construction (PC) Contracts. See IC-TA-ED-01-04, Engineering Input Required for
Request for Proposal (RFP) In Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), And
Procurement & Construction (P&C) Contracts, for additional detail.
c. Qualifying PC contractors respond to the RFP and a contract is awarded.
d. The A/E provides assistance during the construction phase only as requested. See
Section 4.5 for additional detail.
3. Combined EPC Contracts
a. An IC issues a Task Order Release to an A/E to deliver a Front End Engineering Design
(FEED). An EPC contractor produces the detailed design. The A/E (designer) in an EPC
contract is usually very specialized.
b. The A/E may also assist with the preparation of general and technical requirements for
bidders in the Request for Proposal (RFP) package to solicit bids for EPC Contracts.
c. An EPC contractor is responsible for all activities including design, procurement,
construction, commissioning and handover of a project to the end-user or owner. See IC-
TA-ED-01-04, Engineering Input Required for Request for Proposal (RFP) In
Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), and Procurement & Construction
(P&C) Contracts, for IC Engineering Department processes.
d. The IC collaborates with the end user, commonly a utility, for the bidding of an EPC
contract. The IC sends the RFP to prequalified EPC contractors.
e. After the contract is awarded, the IC Construction Department coordinates all of the
activities listed within an EPC contract.
f. The A/E provides assistance during the construction phase only as requested. See
Section 4.5 for additional detail.
B. Those Who Provide Engineering Services
1. Complete contracted services in accordance with the requirements in the task order. Typical
services include studies, design, technical support during bidding and/or construction, “on-
site” technical manpower, O&M, investigations (e.g., geotechnical, surveying, testing), and
preparation of bid packages.
2. Comply with Saudi Arabian laws, regulations, and applicable Codes and Standards. Refer to
Chapter 3 for more information.
3. Certify the professional quality, technical accuracy, completeness, and coordination of the
work so that the RCJY can rely upon the work for subsequent activities.
4. Establish and implement a Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with the
International Organization of Standards (ISO) 9001. Third party registration is not sufficient to
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demonstrate that this requirement has been satisfied. Such registration however, will be
considered as a significant contributing factor in assessing the capability of the provider to
meet the RCJY’s quality requirements.
5. Coordinate and cooperate with other stakeholders and interfaces.
6. Work with the ICs to define and clarify project limits and the control of interfaces with other
entities.
C. Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu (RCJY)
1. Develop and maintain requirements for the providers of engineering services. These
requirements include:
a. This Engineering Manual
b. Standard procurement, installation, and testing requirements identified as Standard
Specifications
c. Standard drawing details identified as Standard Details.
2. Review and approve contracts prepared by the ICs.
3. Review and approve contract changes prepared by the ICs.
D. Industrial Cities (ICs)
1. Prepare contracts, coordinate work, and verify that the provider has fulfilled the conditions of
the contract in accordance with the requirements listed in this Manual.
2. Develop contracts for engineering services to support subsequent construction, operation, and
maintenance activities.
3. Monitor the work between the various entities who interface with the provider to facilitate
progress and help resolve issues.
4. Review design bases, calculations, drawings, specifications, schedules, estimates, and other
deliverables prepared by the provider in compliance with the contract.
5. Work with the provider to prepare contract changes for review by the RCJY.
E. Those Who Prepare Designs (Designers)
1. Prepare designs for construction and/or arrange for employees or other entities under contract
to prepare designs for construction.
2. Submit in-progress documentation as defined in the contract. Section 4.2 of this Manual
provides detailed guidance for design submittals.
3. Lead, when appointed as such, in a project involving many designers. The Lead Designer
coordinates and oversees the project’s designers.
4. Provide deliverables that meet the needs of the intended users. Consider the ease and safety
of operational and maintenance activities subsequent to project completion.
5. Provide a safe, workable, practical, buildable/erectable/installable design.
6. Reduce or eliminate human exposure to hazards and mitigate the consequences of such
exposure. Refer to Section 3.6.2 Safety in Design for more information.
7. Work with the respective IC to evaluate proposals from construction contractors who submit
alternative buildable/erectable/installable solutions for RCJY consideration.
8. Provide a complete set of design details that have been coordinated with disciplines
stakeholders, and the respective IC.
9. Do not delegate contracted design to vendors, suppliers or construction contractors without
an approved change to the contract.
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10. Document design criteria and the basis of design as part of the Design Basis Report (DBR) or
Design Analysis Report (DAR) as applicable and submit in accordance with the Stage
Submittal Schedule listed in Section 4.2. Section 4.3.6 describes DBRs in detail.
11. For Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts, provide a level of detail
equivalent to 60% for the Front End Engineering Design (FEED) unless otherwise specified
by the contract/Task Order.
12. For EPC contracts for utilities, provide a FEED similar to 60% construction design and
coordinate with the utility.
13. The Designer is not responsible for:
a. Unforeseeable hazards and risks.
b. Potential future uses of structures not identified in the contract or in contracted studies.
c. Management of contractors or others.
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1.4 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENT HIERARCHY
A. Order of Precedence
1. Use the latest version of the technical requirements listed in this Manual. The general
hierarchy for orders of precedence for conflict resolution are as follows:
a. Royal Decrees, regulations, and codes published by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This
includes:
1) Saudi Building Code (SBC)
2) General Authority for Meteorology and Environment Protection (GAMEP)
3) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
4) Saudi Ports Authority Rules and Regulations (MAWANI)
5) High Commission for Industrial Security (HCIS)
b. Regional Environmental Regulations and relevant Environmental Impact Assessments.
c. Design requirements published by third party utilities.
d. IC zoning regulations.
e. This RCJY Engineering Manual.
f. Standard Specifications and Standard Details.
g. Project-specific design including calculations, specifications, and drawings.
B. RCJY Engineering Manual
1. Updates
a. The RCJY updates this Manual continuously in response to lessons learned, code
updates, and other events that improve the safety and quality of projects.
b. Register with the RCJY for notification of updates.
c. The updates generally apply to new projects only unless otherwise stated in the
notification.
C. Standard Specifications
1. The RCJY issues Standard Specifications for a wide range of procurement and construction
activities. The RCJY creates these Specifications to enhance uniformity, quality, safety, and
economy.
2. Tailoring
a. Evaluate the needs of the project and incorporate applicable sections. If the RCJY doesn’t
have a Standard Specification suitable for the design, tailor the one provided by the RCJY
or create a new one for the project. Submit new and modified sections to the respective
IC as an element of design review. Identify modified Standard Specifications as such.
b. Number and title new sections using the 50 Division Construction Specifications Institute
(CSI) MasterFormat standard. Refer to Subsection 4.2.3 for further requirements for
specifications.
c. Identify the numbers and titles of applicable sections at 10% design.
d. Deliver the fully developed, 3-part sections by 30% design for IC review and approval.
The IC accepts modifications after the 30% submittal only at the discretion of the IC.
e. Submit new and tailored specifications for a specific project. Do not assume that
specifications approved on one project may be applied in whole or in part to another
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project.
f. Specifications approved by the IC remain the responsibility of the designer for the
duration of the Task Order released from the Technical Services contract.
3. Updates
a. The RCJY updates the Standard Specifications continuously in response to lessons
learned, code updates, and other events that improve the safety and quality of projects.
b. Register with the RCJY for notification of such updates.
c. The updates generally apply to new projects only unless otherwise stated in the
notification. Otherwise, use the version identified in the Task Order.
D. Standard Details
1. The RCJY issues Standard Details in the form of drawings and corresponding explanatory
notes for specific construction details, design aids, and specific lists of equipment.
2. Updates
a. The RCJY updates the Standard Details continuously in response to lessons learned,
code updates, and other events that improve the safety and quality of projects.
b. Register with the RCJY for notification of such updates.
3. Incorporate applicable Standard Details in the design. These details are of the following types:
a. Standard Drawings.
b. Drafting Guidelines.
c. Sample Drawings.
d. Specific Equipment Lists.
4. The designer retains responsibility for the design.
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1.5 PROCEDURES
A. List of RCJY Management Procedures (RCJYMPs)
1. The following list of procedures for RCJY staff is provided as information only. Specific
requirements pertaining to the providers of engineering services are otherwise identified in
this Manual.
Number Title
Engineering Department Procedures
Engineering Input Required to Request For Proposal (RFP) In
IC-TA-ED-01-01
Technical Service (TS) Contract
IC-TA-ED-01-02 Task Order Release in Technical Services (TS) Contract
IC-TA-ED-01-03 Design Management
Engineering Input Required for Request For Proposal (RFP) In
IC-TA-ED-01-04 Engineering, Procurement And Construction (EPC), And
Procurement & Construction (P&C) Contracts
IC-TA-ED-01-05 Risk Management
IC-TA-ED-01-06 Design Change Notice (DCN)
IC-TA-ED-01-07 Technical Service (TS) Contract Invoicing
IC-TA-ED-01-08 Technical Services Contract Backcharge
IC-TA-ED-01-09 Penalty Assessments
IC-TA-ED-01-10 Technical Services Contract Closeout
IC-TA-ED-01-11 Technical Service Contract Consultant Prequalification
Technical Service Contract Change Orders & Administrative
IC-TA-ED-01-12
Contract Adjustments
IC-TA-ED-01-13 Engineering Work Request (EWR)
IC-TA-ED-01-14 Technical Queries
IC-TA-ED-01-15 Field Change Documents
IC-TA-ED-01-16 Technical Submittals
IC-TA-ED-02-01 Design Review
IC-TA-ED-02-03 Lessons Learned
IC-TA-ED-03-01 Development And Implementation Of Technical Requirements
IC-TA-ED-03-02 Preparation of Plans and Technical Studies
Technical Management Of Design, Construction And 3d Modeling
IC-TA-ED-03-03
Activities For The Pipeline Corridor
IC-TA-ED-03-04 Corrosion Control Services
Construction Department Procedures
IC-TA-CD-00-17 As-Built Drawings for Construction
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